my chair

11.28.2011

This is one of a pair of side chairs I purchased off craigslist over the summer. You can read about it here. This is the before pic:

I figured they looked easy enough to recover myself, so I finally found some fun fabric and finished the one of the two. The fabric is from the amazing Australian fabric designers, Umbrella Prints. It was a total splurge for me when I ordered it a few months ago, so it’s nice that at least one of the chairs is finished and I can see it daily. I love the print, it’s fun and versatile at the same time. Someday I’ll make some spiffy patchwork pillows to add to the fun.

[yep, this is me in my chair, I’m that cool]

Things are still pretty bumpy here, I’m starting back full-time at my job this week. It should be interesting. I wish I didn’t have to, but that’s the way life goes I guess. I’ve definitely learned a lot in the last couple weeks, more than I ever could have imagined. Anyway, hope you have a great Monday…

56 Responses to my chair

It’s never easy, this road of life. But usually the ups and downs teach us so much. Hang in there and just take one day at a time. Keep loving those kiddos and remember to breath and smile. You’ll make it.

I have a good friend who was, I think, in the same predicament as you earlier this year, was a stay at home mom actually and then had to transition to full time work. The first bit was bumpy, but now she is flourishing. It is a lot to juggle, but it is amazing what you can do when you set your mind to it, and I know you can do it. Hang in there! You are on the road you are meant to be on, and I am sure the destination will be fantastic, even if the road is bumpy along the way.

Love the chair and the fabric! I also love to ‘troll’ craig’s list and yard sales for vintage finds like this! Found an amazing rocking chair from the 30s’. very straight line, I think the seat part was orginally caned, it has wood planks for now. I think I need to make a new cushion for it.. thanks, once again, for the inspiration!Prayers coming your way that the job and all falls into place for you quickly:) !

Great upholstering job! It will look really fab when you have both of them finished. The work/home situation will develop it’s own routine and though you may encounter the odd pothole in the road you’ll fill it up and smooth your own ride. Crafters are very enterprising and never forget to believe in yourself.Hugs,Robyn

Glad you are ok. Or at least on the road to ok. Life has such a strange way or throwing curve calls at us. I’m still getting used to the curve ball sent my way 9 years ago. It has made me stronger though that is for sure.

I love the fabric you picked for the chair.So glad you have a job to transition back to full-time. I had to do that after several years of being home. The hardest part for me was feeling like I was not keeping up with my family. So…my advice would be to keep your life as simple as possible so you can be there for your girls in this transition.Thinking of you and your girls lots and lots.

The chair looks awesome! I’m not usually a fan of hearts in general, but I didn’t even realize those were hearts until I took a second look. So neat!

I don’t think I’m in quite the same position as you, but I’ve had quite the year of transitions too, and things I never dreamed of becoming my reality (I thought you put it so well). The first quote you posted about everyone fighting a battle is one that helped me make it through the worst of the worst, and now things are looking up. I sincerely hope and pray the same will be true for you and your children soon.

the chair is great – i didn’t even notice it that the pattern was hearts at first! that’s a bummer about the full-time work for sure, but you do what you gotta do, eh? hope you’re able to re-find your balance. thinking of you often…